Venerating the dead is an important part of the grieving process. Whenever a civilization looses a great leader or the greater part of a generation, there is a tendency to sculpt some sort of public memorial space dedicated to the fallen heroes. When you travel the world, these locations can provide welcome respite from the hustle and bustle of regular tourist centers. Which of these great tombs and monuments do you like the best?
Exploring the architecture of a city gives you a chance to connect with the raw physicality underlying the urban mindset. Around the world, there are thousands of modern architectural gems, and more are being erected every7 day. Which one of these modern examples of man triumphing over the designs of nature do you most want to see?
America is the seat of some of the greatest modern architecture in the world. As a once-dominant economic and political superpower, it is littered with monuments to man's aspiration ever skyward. If you were on tour in the united states, which of these landmark monumental structures would you most like to visit?
The United States is a vast and inviting realm. Next to its many highways and byways you'll find many glowing examples of modern architectural brilliance. These great structures help to catapult the soul of the observer up towards the heavens, so gentle and awe-inspiring is their grace. Which of these amazing modern archeological treasures would you most like to see for yourself?
Vietnam Veteran’s Memorial, Washington D.C., United States
Crathes Castle Gardens, Scotland, United Kingdom
Wisley Garden, London, United Kingdom
Hestercombe, near Taunton, United Kingdom
Gardens are the ultimate place to escape. They offer us the chance to disconnect from the unimportant urgencies of modern life, and reconnect with a simpler, more idyllic time when our days were ruled by the cycles of the seasons. Which of these incredibly well-manicured plots of land from around the world would you most like to visit on your next trip?
Backpacking was invented in South-east Asia.Bangkok evolved as the central hub for backpackers. Backpackers take laid back tourist destination, or one of the many off the beaten track adventures.
North and Central America have played host to many different deadly armed conflicts over the years. If you're touring the continent, it makes sense to check out some of these historical locations. They will give you a new and intimate picture of the harsh realities of armed conflict in the new world. Which of these great sites are you most drawn to visit?
When you're touring about the planet, it's sometimes nice to take a moment to reflect on the impermanence of life, and commune with the dearly departed. There are lots of amazing tombs and monuments to the deceased to be found all around the globe. Which of these amazing memorial locations would you most like to see for yourself some day?
